David Fleming

David Fleming is an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Aerospace, Physics and Space Sciences at Florida Institute of Technology, with a focus on composite materials and aerospace structures. His research emphasizes structural analysis of composite joints, crashworthiness, and finite element modeling.

• University: Florida Institute of Technology
• Department: Aerospace, Physics and Space Sciences

Dr. Fleming's research interests include composite material behavior under crash conditions, finite element analysis for structural failure prediction, and lightweight design for aerospace and vehicle applications. His work bridges analytical models with experimental validation to improve crashworthy structures.

The article list reveals a consistent focus on composite structures for aerospace crashworthiness, hydrodynamic RAM analysis, bonded joint integrity, and additive manufacturing. Keywords span materials science, structural engineering, and aerospace safety, with sub-fields including finite element modeling, delamination, and energy absorption.

• Scientific Awards: AIAA Associate Fellow

Dr. Fleming serves as Faculty Adviser for the FIT AIAA student branch and is a member of SAMPE and the Vertical Flight Society. He has not been noted to advise graduate students directly.